Balikuma
About Balikuma
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balikuma village is 402486. Balikuma village is located in Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kankadahad (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Balikuma village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 148 hectares. Balikuma has a total population of 792 peoples, out of which male population is 401 while female population is 391. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 975 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balikuma village is 31.19% out of which 41.65% males and 20.46% females are literate. There are about 151 houses in balikuma village. Pincode of balikuma village locality is 759028.
When it comes to administration, Balikuma village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balikuma village comes under Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to balikuma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Balikuma
The population details of Balikuma cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 792 | 401 | 391 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 202 | 101 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 787 | 398 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 167 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 234 | 311 |
Connectivity of Balikuma
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balikuma
Where is Balikuma located?
Balikuma village is situated in Kankadahad Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balikuma?
Balikuma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balikuma?
The pincode of Balikuma is 759028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balikuma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balikuma is 792, with 401 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Balikuma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balikuma village has a total of 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balikuma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balikuma is 31.19%. The male literacy rate is 41.65%, while the female literacy rate is 20.46%.